$34 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Salt Lake City (SLC)

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Popular airlines from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)

Cheap Flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City (SAN-SLC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $34 for one-way flights and $54 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 21
SAN
San Diego
SLC
Salt Lake City
$54 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$54
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from San Diego to Salt Lake City, returning Fri, Nov 21, priced at $54 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 7
SAN
San Diego
SLC
Salt Lake City
$64 Roundtrip, just found
$64
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San Diego to Salt Lake City, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $64 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 16
SAN
San Diego
SLC
Salt Lake City
$88 Roundtrip, just found
$88
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from San Diego to Salt Lake City, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $88 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 21
SAN
San Diego
SLC
Salt Lake City
$92 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$92
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from San Diego to Salt Lake City, returning Fri, Nov 21, priced at $92 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 11
SAN
San Diego
SLC
Salt Lake City
$94 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$94
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from San Diego to Salt Lake City, returning Sun, Jan 11, priced at $94 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Sun, Jan 25
SAN
San Diego
SLC
Salt Lake City
$95 Roundtrip, just found
$95
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 23 from San Diego to Salt Lake City, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $95 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 25
SAN
San Diego
SLC
Salt Lake City
$97 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from San Diego to Salt Lake City, returning Thu, Dec 25, priced at $97 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 25
SAN
San Diego
SLC
Salt Lake City
$102 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from San Diego to Salt Lake City, returning Thu, Dec 25, priced at $102 found 4 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 25
SAN
San Diego
SLC
Salt Lake City
$107 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from San Diego to Salt Lake City, returning Thu, Dec 25, priced at $107 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 2
SAN
San Diego
SLC
Salt Lake City
$114 Roundtrip, just found
$114
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 18 from San Diego to Salt Lake City, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $114 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Salt Lake City (SLC)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $72 - $227 per traveler.

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Salt Lake City Intl. SLC. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $152
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Salt Lake City Intl.
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Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $152

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $34 or cheap return flight from $54 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
The cheapest month to fly from SAN to SLC is November, when demand is low. Off-peak months are usually when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
Skip the stopovers and fly straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) with 3 carriers, including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • Southwest Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
While prices may vary depending on when you travel, Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines are popular options for flights between San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) and Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your SAN to SLC flight.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
With, on average, 6 direct flights that operate from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) daily, you'll be up in the air in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
The 6 AM departures from SAN to SLC are typically the busiest. They can also be more expensive. If you're looking to save, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to SLC?
Sunday has the most flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
Take the earliest flight at around 6:15AM UTC-8, leaving from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). You'll be flying for approximately 2h 10m, touching down at Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) at approximately 9:25AM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
It takes roughly 2 hours and 4 minutes to travel the 630 mi from SAN to SLC.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to SLC?
Consider booking with Southwest Airlines if you'd like to go straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) without any delays. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 85%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
To avoid potential delays on the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later departures are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Salt Lake City from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Take a direct flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City and land at Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC). Another point of entry into the city is Provo, UT (PVU).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a flight from SAN to SLC generally means paying more. While it's possible to find some last-minute offers, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel schedule open to maximize your chances of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to SLC flight and hotel package?
Opting for a SAN to SLC flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our impressive range of accommodations and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
In most cases, you can modify or cancel your SAN to SLC flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Salt Lake City Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$54
Distance
626 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 17 mins

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San Diego to Salt Lake City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to Salt Lake City

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Diego to Salt Lake City

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Diego to Salt Lake City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $34 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Diego to Salt Lake City flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Diego to Salt Lake City airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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